Epic Hikes Of Europe

It is incorrectly believed that North Cape is the true northernmost point. However, there is a remote, rocky trail that runs 5.6 miles to Cape Knivskjellodden. To maximize your time at this famous destination, pack camping gear and plan on spending the night at Knivskjellodden. Laugavegurinn, which means “Hot Spring Route”, is the name of the route. Along Iceland’s most famous footpath, you will also find active volcanoes, large glaciers, emerald-green valleys, and technicolor mountain ranges. The island’s remoteness is part of its fairytale appeal. Six huts are available along the route to make camping simple and backpacking efficient.

The Pieterpad offers a wealth of landscapes from forests to farmland that is typically Dutch. The trail takes you along some of the Dolomites’ most beautiful parts, with high peaks, dramatic views, and sparkling lakes. It is a hut to hut trek, and camping is forbidden along the trail. These cabins are traditional mountain huts run by families and provide sleeping quarters, showers, and meals. They won’t turn you away if they’re full, but you might have to sleep on the floor.

This trail will help you decide if you want to spend your holiday by the sea or in the mountains. The national park contains more than 120km (74.5 mi) of hiking and trekking trails. However, the Blue Trailis our favorite because it covers the most in a single day hike. It connects5 different coastal townsand provides you with the best views of both the towns and the seaside. If you feel like unwinding during the10km (6.2 mile)walk, you have plenty of opportunities to have a refreshing swim in the sea. Originally an ancient Roman trade route, and later, a Christian pilgrimage, Camino de Santiago is Spain’s most famous long-distance hiking trail. There are many Santiago de Compostela is the end. This cathedral is located in northern Spain and believed to contain the remains of St. James.

Traditionally starting in Foix, France, the GR107 takes hikers through vast beech forests and expansive meadows but don’t expect the whole route to be a walk in the park. There is a ton of elevation gain and loss, around 8000m of it in total. Mountainous sections can be dangerous for hikers who are prone to injury due to the steep climbs and rocky terrain. The Camino de Santiago today is the most popular hiking trail in the world, but it’s worth remembering that it was originally a religious pilgrimage. The route goes through all manner of fascinating towns, cities and villages, each with its own churches and religious history.

Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures. The Alta Via 1 runs through the eastern Dolomite mountains in northern Italy. Despite the elevation, this high-level Alpine trail is perfect for experienced mountain hikers as well as beginners. It is the most popular and accessible multi-day hike in Dolomites. Alta Via 1 doesn’t entail any Via Ferrata, glacier crossing, or rock climbs, but it is not a walk in the park either. Some sections of the cliffs are narrow and unsuitable for those who have a fear or vertigo or are afraid of heights.

You can take a train back to the beginning of your hike by hopping on the train at the end. The West Highland Way is the most popular walking route in Scotland, with over 80,000 visitors every year. This trail allows hikers to experience the full Scottish countryside, from the pastoral landscapes, to the rugged Scottish Highlands.

A train line runs through the valley, with frequent regional trains that stop at almost every village along the route. This allows you to pick and choose which parts of the trail you want to walk and which you want to skip. It receives approximately 24,000 visitors annually, making it one of the most popular hiking trails in Ireland. The Wicklow Way is well-known for its scenic route through Glendalough Valley, Wicklow Mountains, and easy access from Dublin. The route begins in Maribor, across high plateaus and into the Alps before ending along the country’s Adriatic coast. This gives hikers a wide range of challenges, spectacular walking and world-renowned views.